Anchorage Park Foundation

08/18/2026

Happy Election Day! Did you have any challenges with voting? Please fill out this form so we can help improve the process. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSey0JRYlV9W82AYdj1SHAIZNBpp423LyqyHIvi7xTf6t5tO2Q/viewform

Hey Alaskans!

Did you run into any issues with voting today?

Did your Tribal ID work for ID? Were you turned away and unable to vote? Did anything else prevent you from casting your ballot?

Please let us know by filling out the form below! We want to make sure our elections run smooth and everyone has access to our free and fair elections!

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08/18/2026

Join us for the Moose Loop Trail Challenge September 12-19th to see a whole new way to experience Anchorage. Run, walk, bike, or roll a 5K, 10K, Mini Moose, or Mighty Moose.

Register today at: https://runsignup.com/Race/AK/Anchorage/TheMooseLoopRace

Registrations support the Anchorage Park Foundation so that we can keep improving the parks and trails you love.

See you on the trails!

08/18/2026

Mark your calendar for August 27 from 5-7 pm to celebrate the kickoff of the improvements with Native Village of Eklutna and Great Land Trust. We will gather at Lyn Ary Park and walk down the coastal trail for an Indigenous blessing.

Changes Are Coming to Fish Creek Plaza!

Construction will soon begin on improvements to the plaza along the Coastal Trail at the Fish Creek Estuary (mile 2.5), including new benches and updated signage at this popular overlook. The project will highlight Great Land Trust’s conservation of the estuary and is also part of Anchorage’s Indigenous Place Names movement, which brings Dena’ina language, culture, and history into public spaces through place name markers, art, and storytelling.

Fish Creek is one of 32 culturally significant sites identified by the Native Village of Eklutna along Anchorage’s parks and trails.

Visitors may notice temporary traffic changes during construction, with completion anticipated by the end of this summer season. Thank you for your patience as these improvements take shape!

08/18/2026

Tomorrow is the last day to vote in the Pick One Primary.

Do you know how the candidates for governor stand on the outdoor recreation economy? Visit Anchorageparkfoundation.org to see how they responded to important questions.

Vote in person at the Midtown Mall, City Hall, Anchorage airport or at your normal neighborhood location from 7 am to 8 pm.

08/17/2026

Another reason to love dogs.

🐶🌱Do you think your dog could be better at identifying plants than you??

The answer may be “yes”! Check out the link below to learn about “conservation dogs” and their potential to sniff out invasive species!

https://k9conservationists.org/what-is-a-conservation-detection-dog/

Neither you or your dog need to be an expert- if you see an unusual plant or animal, call 1-877-INVASIV or use the AK Invasives ID App to identify it and report any invasive species.

cartoon credit: Harry Bliss

08/14/2026

Come join us at the Alaska Botanical Garden to help pot baby spruce saplings! These adorable plants will be overwintered at ABG for us to plant in future restoration projects on public lands in Anchorage parks. Come lend us a hand on August 19th from 5-7pm.

Sign up at:
https://dash.pointapp.org/events/767120

Thanks to Alaska Mill and Feed Inc. for sponsoring this event!

08/14/2026

Show your Anchorage trails pride with our new 2026 Moose Loop shirts, available now! Choose from women's and unisex options. Your purchase supports the Anchorage Park Foundation's mission to enhance our parks and trails:
https://www.customink.com/fundraising/2026-moose-loop-trail-challenge?side=front&type=4&zoom=false

Don't forget to join this year's Moose Loop Trail Challenge! Sign up here: https://runsignup.com/Race/AK/Anchorage/TheMooseLoopRace

08/14/2026

Help your friends and family remember to vote by August 18!

Join Alaska Voter HUB’s paid, nonpartisan program and earn up to $500 by having conversations with people you already know and trust. It's an easy way to make a difference and help strengthen democracy in Alaska.

You could earn $100 in the next week by helping your friends and family vote in the August 18 Primary Election.

Click here to sign up: https://shorturl.at/2EwZK

Anchorage Park Foundation is part of the Alaska Voter Hub, a coalition of nonprofits, community groups, and individuals working together to strengthen democracy. Through voter engagement and non-partisan education, we empower Alaskans to participate in elections at every level.

Anchorage Park Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization and does not support or endorse candidates or parties.

08/13/2026

Get ready for adventure. The Alaska Long Trail!

is, to our knowledge, the first person to complete a thru-hike of the Alaska Long Trail route! He departed Seward in mid-June and arrived in Fairbanks 47 days later. Brad, you crushed it! We're beyond stoked for your accomplishment.

We look forward to sharing more details of his epic adventure. For now, go check out his page for images and video from his time traversing some of Alaska's best terrain!
on Instagram.

08/12/2026

Join us for the Moose Loop Trail Challenge from September 12-19th!

This challenge isn't about racing, it's about discovering parks you've never visited, finding a new favorite trail, getting outside with friends and family, and being a part of our connected community.

All proceeds fund the Anchorage Park Foundation so we can continue to improve the parks and trails you love.

Registration: https://runsignup.com/Race/AK/Anchorage/TheMooseLoopRace